Nir Barkat
Nir Barkat is an Israeli lawmaker as part of the Likud Party and is the country's current economy and industry minister.
A former mayor of Jerusalem, Barkat is also a highly successful businessman, having been part of numerous hi-tech ventures. He is estimated to be one of the wealthiest politicians in the country due to his fortune.
No shortage of dairy products, no need to hoard food - Economy Minister Barkat
"This morning, I visited the Tnuva dairy factory in Rehovot and saw normal stock levels, ongoing production, and dedicated workers who are going to work in a complex security situation."
Current situation could lead to firings, economy must be opened - business leaders head
Editor's Notes: Palestinian clans are looking to join Abraham Accords after Oct. 7 - comment
NYC Mayor Eric Adams, Israeli Economics Minister Nir Barkat sign economic partnership
Economy Minister Barkat urges Qatar's removal as mediator over Hamas ties
Economy Minister Nir Barkat called Qatar a terror-supporting state backing Hamas and urged its removal as a mediator.
Israel favors upgrading US free trade deal, economy minister says
Israel seeks to update its free trade deal with the US amid Donald Trump's sweeping new global tariffs.
Nir Barkat urges Israel to declare Qatar a terror-supporting nation
Economy Minister Nir Barkat accused Qatar of being the world's leading sponsor of terrorism and called for Israel to take legislative action declaring it a terror-supporting state.
Israel removes all remaining tariffs on US imports
Israel and the US signed a free trade agreement in 1985, and some 98% of goods are tax-free.
Nir Barkat apologizes for comments over freed hostage Eli Sharabi's testimony
Asked on Saturday whether he had watched Sharabi's testimony on Channel 12's Uvda, Barkat said "I had more important things to do."
'This is not North Korea': Nir Barkat calls Netanyahu 'supreme leader'
Earlier in the program when asked whether he had watched the interview with freed hostage Eli Sharabi, Barkat said "I had more important things to do."
Israel and Vietnam reignite relations with new free trade agreement
“The trade agreement with Vietnam represents a significant step forward for the Israeli economy, marking another milestone in Israel’s cooperation with leading global economies," Barkat said.
Grapevine October 25, 2024: With a little help from our friends
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
El Al sets four fixed-price destinations to keep skies open amid airline cancelations
El Al will offer round-trip tickets to international travel hubs Larnaca for $199, Athens for $299, and Vienna and Dubai for $349 through the end of 2024.
New reform that would allow Israel to import products marketed in EU passes
In February, the Knesset’s ministerial Cost of Living Committee approved a new reform that would allow Israel to import products marketed in the European Union.
'It's your time to decide': Former minister calls for Nir Barkat to leave government
Barkat has come under increasing pressure to leave the government in recent weeks, and it has intensified after Gantz resigned.
